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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• To facilitate learning, teaching and research with under- and post-graduate psychology students.
• To contribute specifically within the area of Counselling and Clinical Psychology, both to student development and to the Department itself.
• To process and administer all aspects in the area of Counselling and Clinical Psychology within the Department.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Leadership in the facilitation of academic development,
• Leadership in facilitating learning, including e-learning,
• Development, revision and evaluation of learning, teaching and support materials,
• Provision of teaching, mentoring and clinical supervision,
• Provision of research supervision at post-graduate and doctoral levels,
• Developing and managing individual and group research,
• Carry out departmental and faculty administrative and management duties and
• Involvement in community engagement.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Expert knowledge and grounding in Counselling and Clinical Psychology.
• Extensive experience in the facilitation of learning and teaching at under- and post-graduate levels.
• Sound IT knowledge and expertise in technology for blended learning.
• Clinical and research supervision of Honours, Masters and Doctoral students.
• Knowledge of program and curriculum development.
• Experience in preparation of publications for journals and/or the preparation of presentations/papers for national and international conferences.

 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Associate Professor                                                              

Qualifications

• Associate Professor-Doctoral degree in Psychology

Registration

• A minimum of three years’ registration as a Counselling or Clinical Psychologist with the Professional Board for Psychology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa

Experience

• 3-7 years relevant work experience in an academic environment

Research and publications

• Conducts own research in the discipline of psychology.
• Track record of publications in accredited national and international journals.
• Track record of presentations in national and international conferences.
• Track record of experience in research, development and completed supervision of masters research projects and at least co-supervision of one completed doctoral research project.

Learning and Teaching

• Demonstrated involvement in coordinating learning and teaching activities in undergraduate and post graduate programmes in Psychology.
• Demonstrated involvement in programme or curriculum development in Psychology.
• Emergent national reputation in the profession of Psychology.
• Professor

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology

Registration

• Minimum of three years’ registration as a Counselling or Clinical Psychologist with the Professional Board for Psychology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Experience

• 4-7 years relevant work experience at Associate Professor leve.l

Research and publications

• Established researcher in the discipline of psychology.
• Track record of publications in accredited national and international journals.
• Track record of presentations in national and international conferences.
• Track record of experience in research, development and completed supervision of masters research projects and doctoral research projects.

Learning and Teaching

• Demonstrated leadership in coordinating learning and teaching activities in undergraduate and post graduate programmes in psychology.
• Demonstrated leadership in programme or curriculum development in psychology.
• National and some international recognition for teaching excellence and scholarship.
• Has a national and international reputation in the profession of psychology.

  

Please note that no late applications will be accepted.

Important information:

Candidates are to provide a cover letter detailing their skills match to the post requirements, an updated CV, HPCSA registration, ID and Driver’s License and certified copies of qualifications.

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• To facilitate teaching and learning in the Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics at undergraduate and postgraduate level, to contribute to the administration of the department as needed, and to undertake research.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Develop course material for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching modules
• Specialise in Functional Analysis, Abstract Algebra or Discreet Mathematics
• Perform teaching-related and departmental administrative duties
• Conduct research and publish results in peer-reviewed scientific journals
• Interact with relevant industry groups, government departments and independent research institutes to further the goals of the Department and of the University.
• Participate in community services.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrated abilities to teach at undergraduate level.
• Potential of teaching at postgraduate level.
• Experience in teaching a diversity of students from multiple backgrounds at different academic levels.
• Potential of conducting postgraduate research supervision.
• Potential of conducting research and publish in accredited conferences and/or journals.
• Potential of attracting external funding.
• Potential of facilitating engagement and building networks.
• Ability to work with and contribute to a team effort.

 
REQUIREMENTS
 
Lecturer

• Minimum qualification is a MSc (Pure Mathematics) degree. A PhD (Pure Mathematics) degree is an added advantage
• MSc Degree: With minimum 2 years of relevant teaching experience at university level.
• PhD Degree: With minimum 1 year of relevant teaching experience at university level.

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• To teach Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy at Under- and Postgraduate level and contribute to faculty research and administration as required.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Facilitate the learning processes in the faculty
• Conduct, publish and promote research
• Participate in academic engagement
• Participate in faculty administration

CORE COMPETENCIES
Facilitation of learning

• Facilitation of teaching students how to teach Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy Education in B Ed IP, B Ed SP/FET and PGCE programmes
• A sound knowledge of strategies for assessing learning in Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy Education
• Ability to adapt Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy Education teaching to the diversity of interests and aptitudes of students
• Ability to develop teaching materials in Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy Education
• Sound knowledge of integrating and facilitating Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy Education in B Ed IP, B Ed SP/FET and PGCE programmes in technology enabled environment platforms.
• Conducting scholarly work with an increasing focus on Africanization and decolonization of Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy Education by writing or contributing individually or collaboratively to accredited publications as well as presentation at conferences.

 
REQUIREMENTS
 

• Possession of academic qualifications in Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy Education
• Experience in teaching Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy Education at school level
• A sound disciplinary and content knowledge in Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy Education
• M Ed or equivalent for Lecturer
• Experience (2+ years) in teaching Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy Education at school, and university level will be an added advantage
• Demonstrate ability to teach and assess in technology enabled environment

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• To teach Curriculum Studies at undergraduate and post graduate level.
• To contribute to Faculty administration as required.
• To be able to develop and lead Curriculum Development as a niche area in the Faculty.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Facilitate the teaching and learning of Curriculum Development in the Faculty from undergraduate to a post graduate level.
• Conduct, publish and promote research in the field of Curriculum Studies.
• Participate in academic engagement
• Participate in Faculty administration

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Facilitate the teaching and learning of Curriculum Development in the Faculty from undergraduate to a post graduate level.
• A sound knowledge of Curriculum Development that includes, curriculum analysis, curriculum policy, curriculum planning, curriculum implementation, curriculum management and curriculum assessment and evaluation.
• Be able to lead and develop curriculum as a niche area
• Sound technological expertise, including a sound knowledge of integrating and facilitating teaching and learning in technology enabled environment platforms.
• Ability to adapt teaching of Curriculum Studies to accommodate a diversity of experience and context
• Conducting scholarly work with an increasing focus on Africanisation and decolonization of Curriculum Studies

 
REQUIREMENTS

• PHD degree in Education for Senior Lecturer
• M Ed or equivalent for Lecturer
• Experience in teaching education related content as well as Curriculum Studies at a university level will be an added advantage.
• A sound disciplinary and content knowledge in education related modules or curriculum studies
• Demonstrate ability to teach and assess in technology enabled environment
• Qualification and/or experiences must reflect a sound knowledge of Curriculum Development that should include curriculum analysis, curriculum policy, curriculum planning, curriculum implementation, curriculum management and curriculum assessment and evaluation.
• Possession of academic qualifications in education related field or curriculum studies
• Experience in supervising or co-supervising students at post graduate level for Senior Lecturer
• Proven research record for Senior Lecturer

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• To facilitate learning and teaching in the undergraduate and postgraduate field of visual art, as well as research supervision of postgraduates. Particular focus is required in fashion and textile design and production.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Facilitate the learning processes in the Department
• Conduct research and contribute to creative outputs
• Perform assessments, curriculum development and administration
• Support postgraduate research and supervision  in the Visual Arts programme
• Develop and maintain national engagement practices

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Expert knowledge of the theory and practice of fashion and textile design, conceptualisation techniques and trans-disciplinary practice.
• Significant experience of techniques, processes, technologies and production as it pertains to contemporary practices in the discipline.
• Expert knowledge of visual art theory and research, but specifically as it pertains to fashion and textile design.
• Ability to develop and innovate course content so as to keep programmes relevant and current
• Experience of a variety of teaching and learning methodologies at undergraduate and postgraduate level
• Proven competencies in the functions pertinent to the managing, stocking and maintenance studio environments and co-ordinating of fashion and textile events.
• Computer literacies commensurate with the requirements of all forms of lecture delivery, academic administration and the studio and student management.
• Demonstrate evidence of ongoing creative practice and national engagement.
• Establish engagement practice and networks through liaison with professionals, peers and the creative arts industry.
• Experience of initiating and contributing to community engagement and community engagement programmes in visual arts

REQUIREMENTS

• In order to be considered for appointment to this post, candidates should have a minimum master’s qualification at NQF9. Evidence of research supervision at Honours and Master’s level is requisite

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB
The Department of Visual Art seeks a visual art theoretician with a sound academic publishing record to assist in bolstering the Departments theoretical sustainability and development.

The purpose of this post is to take responsibility for managing and developing theoretical and practice-based research endeavors at under- and postgraduate level within the Department of Visual Arts, fueling the throughput of PhD students the School aims to take on in the near future. These Masters and PhD research undertakings should target bringing with them elevated levels of academic publications, conference papers and book chapters along the student’s/researcher’s journey to graduation.

Furthermore, the position will fulfil a pivotal role in underpinning theoretical learning and teaching opportunities at foundation/first year levels.   

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Co-development, management and delivery of the of theoretical modules at undergraduate, Honours, Masters and Doctoral levels.
• Co-development and delivery of lectures in Visual Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies modules at under and postgraduate levels.
• Supervision of postgraduate students at Honours, Masters and Doctoral levels.
• Conduct research and contribute to the growth of the Department’s creative and theoretical output portfolio by sustaining and generating accredited academic publications.
• Perform a pivotal role at underpinning the process of theoretical development especially at introductory/first year levels of learning and teaching.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Sound knowledge of visual art, performance and media as it pertains to art, design, fashion, and performance culture,
•  Sound knowledge of critical discourses in art/design practices from a local and international perspective,
• Research specialisation in either/or: art/design theory, transdisciplinary thinking and practice or curatorship,
• Ability to develop and innovate course content so as to keep programmes relevant and current,
• Experience of teaching and learning methodologies relevant to arts practices,
• Computer literacies commensurate with the requirements of all forms of lecture delivery, academic administration and gallery, art archive and studio/performance management,
• Establish engagement practice and networks through liaison with professionals, peers and the creative arts industry, and
• Experience of initiating and contributing to community engagement programmes in the arts with emphasis on generating further research opportunities.  
   

REQUIREMENTS

• Required minimum education & experience: Doctorate Degree in the relevant discipline and extensive experience and expertise.
• Minimum ten years’ experience in either teaching/lecturing/research experience in the relevant field or discipline at least five of which must be in postgraduate teaching, research and engagement.

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The core purpose of this academic post is to teach English literature (and not linguistics) at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the Department of Language and Literature. To particularly facilitate the teaching and learning processes, practices and research in the English Section and the department. Preference will be given to equity candidates.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Teaching and Learning:

• Facilitate teaching and learning for assigned module(s) to large or small groups using different teaching methodologies. Assist with the promotion of blended online learning

Research:

• Develop and implement own independent research programme
• Supervise the research projects of undergraduate and post-graduate students annually, assisting them to identify appropriate projects, write an acceptable and ethical research proposal

Engagement:

• To render service based on own knowledge and expertise in the discipline to colleagues, organizations and local communities

Administration:

•  Administrative duties as designated by the Head of the Discipline/ Department

 

CORE COMPETENCIES

 Demonstrated abilities to teach undergraduate students and supervise postgraduate students

• Proven research and publication record
• Ability to work with and contribute to a team effort
• Ability to contribute towards transformative curricula
• Experience in the use of embedding digital technology
• Proven record or potential for providing academic leadership

REQUIREMENTS

Lecturer level:

• A relevant Masters /PhD in English literature (not linguistics)
• Sound knowledge in the theory and application of the discipline
• A record indicating production of relevant creative outputs will be an advantage
• Experienced in facilitating learning and teaching of at least TWO years at a tertiary institution
• Produced at least TWO peer reviewed publications (e.g. articles, books, chapters) of quality
• Potential to/has acted as co-supervisor for postgraduate research (honours & masters)
• Evidence of research papers presented at papers at national academic & professional conferences
• Experience of use of digital technology for educational purposes is an advantage

Senior Lecturer level:

• A relevant PhD in English literature (not linguistics)
• Sound knowledge in the theory and application of the discipline
• A record indicating production of relevant creative outputs will be an advantage
• Experienced in facilitating learning and teaching of at least FIVE years at a tertiary institution
• Produced at least FIVE peer reviewed publications (e.g. articles, books, chapters) of quality
• Successfully supervised masters and doctoral candidates
• Evidence of research papers presented at papers at national academic & professional conferences
• Experience of use of digital technology for educational purposes is an advantage

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• Is to create, develop and facilitate the acquisition of musical knowledge and skills by individuals in order that they can function effectively within the music profession and as productive members of the broader society.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• To teach in the specialist area of Music Technology, inclusive of, acoustic theory, psychoacoustic theory, audio engineering, multimedia technologies, recording and production, programming, methodology of technology, technology in teaching, and sound and interaction design.   
• To manage the Music Technology studios and equipment.   
• To utilize subject-related research methods.
• To facilitate the learning and teaching in the department.
• To conduct and publish research or produce appropriate performances and creative outputs.
• To perform academic and music engagement.
• To perform administration. 

CORE COMPETENCIES

• In-depth knowledge of Music Technology and the application of Music Technology in learning and teaching.
• Extensive experience at facilitating learning at undergraduate and some experience at postgraduate level.
• Has preferably contributed to the creation of knowledge and music performance or has the potential to contribute by virtue of publications or appropriate creative outputs, and the ability to supervise postgraduate candidates.
• Proficiency in maintaining and managing Music Technology studios and equipment.   

 
REQUIREMENTS

• In order to be considered for appointment to this post, candidates should have a specialism in Music Technology and /or industry related experience in the field of Music Technology, with a master’s degree and supervision experience. If shortlisted, candidates will be expected to teach a demonstration lesson as part of an interview.

For additional information contact Prof AC de Villiers on 041 504 2643 or [email protected]